Saskatchewan Glacier via Parker Ridge Trail(edit)

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EASY

#131 hike out of 315 in Banff National Park |

EASY

3.1 mi

Distance

1 hrs 31 min

Time

814 ft

Elev Gain

Overview

This is a easy out and back trail to Saskatchewan Glacier in Banff National Park.

This trail goes by Parker Ridge Trailhead.

Rate this Hike

★★★★★

ilya 4 years, 2 months ago

Probably the best trail for effort vs. reward. From the parking lot the trail climbs up through a series of switchbacks which are not too steep. There were short muddy sections on the trail, mainly in the lower part of the trail where the trees block the sun. As you make your way up please avoid the many social trails/short-cuts and stay on the main trail in order to protect the vegetation. Once you climb above the tree line, keep your eyes open and examine the large boulders on the trail, you should see some fossils on them. If you go early in the morning, the lake at the footsteps of the Saskatchewan Glacier will not be in the shade and will show its color. If you will go in the afternoon then the mountains to the east will have a better light.

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